Books with author Nancy Tafuri

Little ones love daddy hugs.Feathered hugs... whiskered hugs... cozy hugs.Just-daddy-and-me hugs.All across the woodlands, animal daddies and their little ones cuddle up together. From furry bear hugs to silky hare hugs, Nancy Tafuri celebrates all the hugs that are extra special because they are just-daddy-and-me hugs. A special author's note includes a list of critters to seek and find on each page, along with their scientific names.

Ten adorable animals take cover from a storm in this Classic Board Book edition of Nancy Tafuri’s counting book.Dark clouds started to gather. Bird flew for cover. Now there was 1 in the hill hollow. The wind started to blow. Mouse ran for cover. Now there were 2 in the hill hollow. As clouds amass overhead and rain starts to pour, ten little woodland animals hurry to find shelter. Count from one to ten as Bird, Mouse, Squirrel, and their friends run for cover in a cozy hollow. The animals are all safe for the night, but who else is hiding in the cave with them? They’ll find out in the morning—and readers can count from ten to one as the animals scurry out of the hollow and into a big, beautiful day. This Classic Board Book edition is a hands-on favorite for even the youngest of readers!

Now in board! Award-winning author/illustrator Nancy Tafuri's charming bedtime companion to her classic Caldecott Honor winner HAVE YOU SEEN MY DUCKLING?Now, a board edition of the charming book praised as "a worthy companion to HAVE YOU SEEN MY DUCKLING?" by Kirkus (starred review).It's bedtime on the pond, and one dawdling duckling falls behind, drawn to the pond creatures who call, "Goodnight, little duckling!" as he paddles by. Soon, Mama and the other ducklings are all out of sight, but a kindhearted turtle is waiting to carry the little duckling back to Mama's nest. Nancy Tafuri's beautifully detailed watercolors and spare text once again capture the tender feelings and joyful wonder of childhood.

Tap! Peck! Crack! Pop!The board book edition of Caldecott Honor–winning artist Nancy Tafuri’s Whose Chick Are You? is full of humor, love, family, and suspense, and is ideal for sharing with babies and toddlers.School Library Journal said, “[Children] are likely to sing along with the chirps, honks, clucks, and quacks while they jump into this vividly drawn world.” Who does this little chick belong to? No one seems to know—not Goose (Honk!), not Duck (Quack!), not Hen (Cluck!), not Bird (Chirp!). Not even Little Chick (croo? croo?). But Little Chick's parents know, and—as sharp observers will delight in noting—they've been swimming nearby all along.The companion to Nancy Tafuri’s Caldecott Honor Book Have You Seen My Duckling?, this delightful story will engage and surprise the youngest reader!

This cozy companion to I LOVE YOU, LITTLE ONE celebrates all the ways children are special."Deep in a tree trunk by a woodland grove, a fox kit asks, 'How am I special?' And her Mama and Papa reply, 'Dear little one, with your glossy red coat and swift running body, you are so special - and we will love you forever and ever and ever.' With lyrical text and lush watercolors, Nancy Tafuri follows I LOVE YOU, LITTLE ONE with a celebration of the ways all creatures are special. Ranging from penguins in the Antarctic to lions on the savanna, baby animals around the world are told just how special they are, And lastly, a human child is praised for his curious mind and loving heart.

There are all kinds of kisses...Cheep kisses. Moo kisses. Maaa kisses. Coo kisses...But the best kiss of all...Is Mommy's kiss goodnight. Sweet dreams, little one!Mommies and babies aren't the only ones who enjoy sharing kisses. All throughout the farm, animal families snuggle up with their little ones, offering them warmth and love. Following a mama bird on her journey back to the nest to give her own baby some special cuddles, Nancy Tafuri uses beautiful, inviting illustration to share how different creatures, from peeping ducks to mooing cows, show their love and affection in very similar ways. A heartfelt homage to all of the wonderful kinds of kisses

Celebrate with the lucky child in this book as she counts the days to Christmas. With growing excitement, she makes cards, bakes cookies, strings popcorn & cranberries, decorates the tree, performs in a recital, & makes treats for the wild animals, until, at last - it's Christmas Day! Nancy Tafuti's richly hued illustrations, overflowing with holiday warmth & cheer,create a magical world bright with the joy of sharing & giving. With simple instructions for all the crafts included, this book invites families to share the spirit of the holidays all season long.